About Physiotherapy
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Are physiotherapy and physical therapy the same?
The answer is yes and no. In Ireland, the UK and Australia we are known as physiotherapists, but in America and other countries we are known as physical therapists.
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I've heard you just use machines - true?
Absolutely not! Read on!
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What do you actually do?
Our treatments are physically based and range from resistance training exercises to joint mobilisations. There's more…
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How do I find a physio?
Use the "Find a Physio" option on the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists' website.
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The Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists
The Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists is the designated authority to accredit physiotherapy qualifications in the Republic of Ireland and is a member organisation of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT). WCPT recognises the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists as the sole authoritative body for Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy in Ireland.
Physiotherapist / Physical Therapist are interchangeable worldwide terms for people who practice physiotherapy.